Article
Diagnostic accuracy and usefulness of the Genotype MTBDRplus assay in diagnosing multidrug-resistant tuberculosis in Cameroon? a cross-sectional study.
BMC infectious diseases - 31 May 2017
Abanda Ngu Njei, Djieugoué Josiane Yvonne, Lim Eunjung, Pefura-Yone Eric Walter, Mbacham Wilfred Fon, Vernet Guy, Penlap Veronique Mbeng, Eyangoh Sara Irene, Taylor Diane Wallace, Leke Rose Gana Fomban
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Drug-resistant tuberculosis, especially multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB), is a major public health problem. Effective management of MDR-TB relies on accurate and rapid diagnosis. In this study, we assessed the diagnostic accuracy of the Genotype MTBDRplus assay in diagnosing MDR-TB in Cameroon, and then discuss on its utility within the diagnostic algorithm for MDR-TB. METHODS: In this...
Topics
- Adult
- Antitubercular Agents
- Bacterial Proteins
- Cameroon
- Cross-Sectional Studies
- Female
- Genotype
- Genotyping Techniques
- Humans
- Isoniazid